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Clavi

This is a Clavi. It is dated 600–800 and we acquired it in 1962. Its medium is coloured wool and linen on linen warps and its technique is tapestry weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Jerome Eisenberg.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 33.3 x 10.5 cm (13 1/8 x 4 1/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Clavi; coloured wool and linen on linen warps; H x W: 33.3 x 10.5 cm (13 1/8 x 4 1/8 in.); 1962-217-4

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